DUBAI: Mam Jaiteh and Dubai Basketball have reached an agreement to extend his contract for one additional season, now running through 2028.

The French center initially signed for two seasons in the summer of 2025, and following his injury, the club wanted to reward Jaiteh with an extra year to show confidence and support.

“In our planning, Jaiteh was an essential player, and we lost him for the season because of the Achilles injury. This is part of sport, it can happen, but one thing that is very clear to us is that we believe in him,” said General Manager Dejan Kamenjasevic.

“Extending his contract, even though he already had another guaranteed year, is not something usual in professional basketball, but it reflects our vision and the way we want to build this club. It means he can remain calm and patient during his rehab, knowing that Dubai Basketball has been with him since day one and that he’s one of us.”

Jaiteh said that the contract extension “means everything to me.

“I want to thank the club and the management for trusting me. Dubai Basketball is showing everyone how big this club is with such a gesture,” he added.

The player is currently working on his rehab following his Achilles injury and is expected to return to the court for the 2026-27 season.